Sources Sought for WRRC Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Support Services Contract (Albany, CA)

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is seeking information from potential contractors to provide Operation & Maintenance (O&M) support services at the Western Regional Research Center (WRRC) in Albany, California. The services required include work management, preventive maintenance, building maintenance, alteration and repair, installations, grounds maintenance, utilities, and administrative services. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, supervision, supplies, materials, and equipment (except for those identified by the Government) for facilities operations and maintenance. Some key areas of work include: • Work management: The contractor will be responsible for managing work orders, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance. • Building maintenance: The contractor will be responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance on buildings, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. • Grounds maintenance: The contractor will be responsible for maintaining the grounds, including landscaping, snow removal, and other related tasks. • Utilities: The contractor will be responsible for managing and maintaining utility systems, including electrical, gas, water, and sewage. The contractor will be required to provide a viable after-hours contact and may be required to respond and remain on duty to maintain the facility in the event of an emergency. The contract will require the contractor to provide facilities operations and maintenance support services on a 24/7 basis.